The Perfume Library

107 perfumes

CK One Shock for Him

Calvin Klein · 2011

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Calvin Klein CK One Shock for Him is a men's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings, balancing fruity sweetness with spice and wood. Lavender, clementine and cucumber give it a fresh opening. Black basil, cardamom and black pepper add a spicy edge in the heart. In the base, patchouli, tobacco and white musk come forward while cashmeran softens everything. The overall impression is sweet, gourmand and slightly synthetic, with woody and oriental tones in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and summer is the least favoured season. It leans towards evenings, leisure and nights out, and reads masculine and modern. Armaf Victory and La Rive Heroic Man have a close profile.

Polo Blue (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Ralph Lauren · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Ralph Lauren Polo Blue Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic men's scent that suits spring and summer days, daily wear and leisure. Melon, cucumber and mandarin orange open it with a cool, juicy fruity-citrus feel. Sage, geranium and basil in the heart add a green, lightly spicy edge, while suede, woods and musk settle it onto a soft woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily and business wear lead the occasions. It reads as masculine. David Beckham Aqua Classic and Hugo Boss Hugo Extreme have a close profile.

Eternity for Men Aqua (Eau de Toilette)

6.3

Calvin Klein · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Calvin Klein Eternity for Men Aqua Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic men's scent that leans towards spring and summer and relaxed, everyday wear. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, sport, daily wear and business are the occasions named most. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Voters mostly call it masculine and modern. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords lead. The top brings citrus fruits, lotus, green notes and cucumber for coolness. Cedar, pepper, lavender and plum sit in the heart, and gaiac wood, sandalwood, patchouli and musk give a woody base. Davidoff Cool Water and Hugo Boss Hugo XY have a close profile.

Homme Nature / Nature pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

6.7

Yves Rocher · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Yves Rocher Homme Nature / Nature pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's fragrance that carries the coolness of cucumber and bergamot through ivy and mint. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close and doesn't overwhelm. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It is chosen mostly for leisure, daily wear and the office, and most voters read it as masculine. It opens with cucumber and bergamot, light and citrusy, while ivy and mint in the heart push the green side forward. In the dry-down, sandalwood, oakmoss and clove give it a woody, earthy and slightly spicy base, with a synthetic edge among the accords. Davidoff Champion (Eau de Toilette) and Avon Musk Marine (2015) have a close profile.

Celluloid Heroes

6.3

Salle Privée · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Salle Privée Celluloid Heroes is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that pairs a green, floral lightness with a sweet, creamy warmth. Cucumber, lemon and bergamot give the opening a cool, green liveliness. In the heart, orange blossom and magnolia add a soft floral touch. Musk, sandalwood and amber settle the scent onto a creamy, woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. A masculine character leads, though modern and classic sides show too. Les Alizés and Anfas Salam have a close profile.

Boss Orange Man Feel Good Summer

6.5

Hugo Boss · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hugo Boss Boss Orange Man Feel Good Summer is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with green apple, juniper and lemon. In the heart, cucumber, green pear and black tea add a green, fruity, lightly sweet feel. Moss, patchouli and ambrox leave a dry, soft base underneath. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and office are the occasions named most often. It is mostly seen as masculine and modern.

Roma Passione Uomo

6.0

Laura Biagiotti · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Laura Biagiotti Roma Passione Uomo is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy start with a sweet, gourmand base, and it suits autumn and leisure time best. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn, then winter and spring, while summer gets a small share. It is mentioned most for leisure and evenings out, and most voters read it as masculine. It opens with cardamom, mandarin orange and elemi resin, fresh and lightly spicy. The heart brings clary sage, patchouli, cucumber and coffee, then tonka bean absolute, amberwood and vanilla sweeten it into a creamy, woody base.

Aramis Life (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Aramis · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Aramis Life Eau de Toilette is a men's scent that pairs the crispness of lime and bergamot with the green freshness of cucumber, mint and violet leaf; it has been discontinued. It opens with lime and bergamot, bright and citrusy. At the heart, cucumber, mint, cardamom and violet leaf give it an aquatic, green character, with cardamom adding a light touch of spice. The base of sandalwood, leather, olive tree and cedar settles it onto a woody, faintly leathery footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most mentioned settings, and most voters read it as masculine. Aramis Life My Summer and Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Sport have a close profile.

Paris Hilton for Men

6.7

Paris Hilton · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Paris Hilton for Men is a fresh, green men's fragrance that opens with melon, mango and fig leaf. In the top, the fruity sweetness of melon and mango is balanced by the green of fig leaf. The heart of basil, sage and juniper adds a spicy, herbal edge. The base rests on cedarwood and amber, while cucumber keeps the aquatic freshness going. The overall impression is citrusy, aquatic and slightly synthetic. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate. It leans mostly towards leisure and daily wear, followed by sport; it also works at the office but is rarely chosen for nights out. It is described as a men's fragrance. Calvin Klein Escape for Men (Eau de Toilette) and Ralph Lauren Polo Blue (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Intuition for Men (Cologne)

6.8

Estēe Lauder · 2002

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Estēe Lauder Intuition for Men (Cologne) is a fresh, spicy men's scent in which sage absolute, nutmeg and cardamom are cooled by cucumber. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Voters spread it almost evenly across daily wear, leisure and nights out, with business wear close behind. It is made for men. It opens with sage absolute, nutmeg, cardamom and cucumber, a fresh and spicy start. Patchouli and cedarwood form a woody heart, and amber, myrrh and labdanum sweeten the base and give it an oriental warmth. Floral and fruity touches stay in the background.

Tadzio

7.4

Gini · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gini Tadzio is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters pick spring, followed by summer. It does best in leisure, business and daily wear. Though it is classed as masculine, voters split almost evenly between calling it masculine and feminine. The top of ivy, cucumber, orange and lime is cool and green. The heart of orange blossom, blackcurrant and marine notes adds a soft, fruity and floral touch. In the base, opoponax, patchouli, immortelle and musk settle it onto a woody, earthy footing.

Aramis Always

5.9

Aramis · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aramis Always is a men's fragrance led by cucumber, lime and mandarin orange, with a fresh, aquatic character; it has been discontinued. It opens with cucumber, lime, mandarin orange and ginger, a cool, green and citrusy start. In the heart, tagetes, cardamom and mint add a floral, spicy touch. The base of vetiver, cedarwood and amber settles into a woody ground, and the overall impression is fresh, lightly sweet and a little synthetic. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so the scent stays fairly close to the wearer. As a men's fragrance its fresh build suits everyday wear. Karl Lagerfeld Paradise Bay pour Homme and Otto Kern Change Man (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Agua de Coimbra

8.4

Myrurgia · 1999

Fresh · Floral · Green

Myrurgia Agua de Coimbra is a fresh, green and floral men's fragrance that opens with tarragon, caraway and clove. The top notes pair tarragon and caraway for a spicy, green start, with clove keeping it warm. In the heart, lavender, cucumber and osmanthus freshen the scent and tilt it floral. Sandalwood forms a woody base, while phlox, margarita and bunch-flowered narcissus carry the floral side through to the end. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticeable up close without filling a room. Voters place it mostly in daily and leisure wear, with business and evening close behind. It is classed as a men's fragrance.

Donald Trump - The Fragrance

2.2

Donald Trump · 2004

Citrus · Floral · Aquatic

Donald Trump - The Fragrance is a fresh, green-leaning men's scent built around mint, citrus notes and cucumber; it has been discontinued. It opens with mint, citrus notes, black basil and cucumber, giving a cool, watery first impression. Woody, spicy, green and peppery notes make up the heart, and exotic woods sit underneath. Citrus, aquatic and green accords lead, with floral, fruity and sweet touches and a synthetic, creamy side alongside them. Voters find both longevity and sillage weak, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. It is positioned as a men's fragrance. Jacques Fath Curaçao Bay and Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Freedom for Him (1999)

5.7

Tommy Hilfiger · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tommy Hilfiger Freedom for Him is a fresh men's fragrance that pairs citrus and cucumber coolness with a green, aquatic feel; it has been discontinued. It opens with tangerine, lemon, grapefruit and cucumber for a crisp lift. In the heart, sage, chili, cinnamon and ginger add a spicy warmth, and coast redwood, sandalwood and moss settle into a woody base. The overall impression is fresh and green, with a faint powdery trace behind it. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Benetton Aim High and Davidoff Cool Water Pure Pacific have a close profile.

Now Intense

7.7

Rave

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rave Now Intense is a men's fragrance that opens with citrus and aquatic freshness and settles onto a woody, lightly resinous base. Tangerine, cucumber and watermelon give the top a cool, slightly sweet start. In the heart, sage and basil add a spicy, green edge. The base of cedar, sandalwood and leather pulls the scent towards wood, while the synthetic and floral accords stay behind the freshness. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough picture. Its value for money is rated high. The masculine, fresh build leans towards everyday wear. Fendi Fan di Fendi pour Homme Acqua and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

8.0 Summer

6.1

Zara · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Zara 8.0 Summer is a fresh, citrusy men's scent, with green and fruity touches that give it a light, warm-weather character. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin, though the small number of ratings makes this a first impression. It is described as a masculine scent. Cucumber, lemon zest and mandarin orange build the crisp, green side, while apple adds a soft fruitiness. Musk, amberwood and cedarwood settle that freshness onto a creamy, lightly woody base. Zara Vetiver (Eau de Toilette) and Axis Blue have a close profile.

AbercrombieHOT

5.1

Abercrombie & Fitch · 2013

Fresh · Aquatic · Sweet

Abercrombie & Fitch AbercrombieHOT is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance built around cucumber and coconut; it has been discontinued. Cucumber brings a cool, watery note that coconut softens with sweetness. Amber and musk give the blend a warm, slightly soft base to rest on. The fresh and aquatic accords lead, the sweet one stays in the background, and a synthetic sheen runs through it. The scent keeps the same clean, watery feel from start to finish. Victoria's Secret Sunslope and Demeter Fragrance Library Cucumber have a close profile.